Full-Time Veterinary Assistant - Gentle Care Pet Clinic
About The Position
Gentle Care Pet Clinic in Long Beach, California, is seeking a full-time Veterinary Assistant to support its small-animal practice serving dogs and cats. The clinic provides wellness and preventive care, dentistry, diagnostics and imaging, surgery, and pharmacy support, with an emphasis on personalized, compassionate care. The practice seeks someone interested in building a long-term working relationship with the team. The Veterinary Assistant supports veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, treatments, and daily clinical operations. The role includes assisting with examinations, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, anesthesia monitoring, medications, patient records, and the upkeep of clinical areas and equipment. Compensation is $20–$24 per hour, depending on experience.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience as a Veterinary Assistant in a clinical veterinary setting.
- Practical experience supporting veterinarians and veterinary technicians with patient care, treatment, and daily clinical operations.
- Proficiency in venipuncture and placing intravenous catheters.
- Experience administering medications orally, topically, subcutaneously, intramuscularly, and intravenously.
- Experience monitoring patients under anesthesia.
- Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and promptly communicate concerns to the veterinary team.
- Strong animal handling, patient restraint, and basic patient care skills.
- Ability to contribute effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Dependability, accountability, professionalism, initiative, strong communication, and effective collaboration with the veterinary team.
- Interest in a long-term opportunity and continued professional growth.
Responsibilities
- Assist the veterinary team with patient restraint, handling, and treatment.
- Prepare exam rooms and patients for appointments.
- Obtain and record patient weights and basic vital signs.
- Assist with collecting and preparing laboratory samples.
- Prepare and maintain surgical and treatment areas.
- Assist with surgical and dental procedures as directed.
- Monitor and care for patients before, during, and after procedures.
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain kennels, treatment areas, and equipment.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed and within applicable scope of practice.
- Assist with radiographs and other diagnostic procedures.
- Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
- Stock and maintain clinical supplies and equipment.
- Communicate patient updates and concerns to the veterinary team.
Benefits
- Referral program.
- Career development and advancement opportunities.
- Continuing education programs at no cost.
- Tailored development programs, mentorship, and career pathing.
- Performance bonuses.
- 401(k) matching.
- Student loan assistance.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Mental health resources.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Supportive, collaborative environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
